Question

in addition to affecting the age of pubertal onset,
nutrition affects a childs progression through puberty.
puberty triggers a growth spurt, which increases your
daily caloric needs. following a healthy diet helps your
body grow without becoming overweight. an adolescent
also needs more protein, iron, calcium, zinc and folate
during puberty for healthy growth. menstruating girls are
at an especially high risk of iron deficiency. failing to get
enough calcium or protein during puberty may damage
your bone and muscle growth, which could affect your
health later in life.

• \does nutrition affect puberty?\

lawrence adams
which statement best summarizes the importance of
nutrition for adolescents?
adolescents require more nutrition during puberty to
support bone and muscle growth.
female adolescents require increased calcium and
protein during menstruation.
adolescents who do not receive adequate nutrition
increase the risk of pubertal onset.
male and female adolescents have an increased
risk of iron deficiency during puberty.

Explanation:

The text emphasizes that puberty causes a growth spurt increasing calorie needs and that nutrients like protein, calcium, etc., are crucial for healthy growth. It also mentions the risk of iron deficiency in menstruating girls and the negative impact of insufficient calcium/protein on bone and muscle growth. Option A aligns with the overall message about the general need for more nutrition during puberty for growth. Option B only focuses on female adolescents and menstruation, which is a narrower aspect. Option C is incorrect as the text says nutrition affects the progression through puberty (not the onset). Option D is wrong as only female adolescents (menstruating) are at high risk of iron deficiency, not both male and female.

Answer:

A. Adolescents require more nutrition during puberty to support bone and muscle growth.